Programs

Leaps…n…Boundz is an adaptive sports and recreation program for children with special needs of all ages. At Leaps…n…Boundz, we design our programs to help build a community within our “family.”
Camp

Day camps are offered throughout the year during winter, spring, and summer breaks. We also offer special day camps for some of the school holidays- President’s Day, Veteran’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, etc. Activities include socialization, athletic/ball skills and creative art projects. Off-site activities in the past have included kayaking, sailing, horseback riding, and sea fishing. Yoga, music, dance, and kung fu are scheduled into the camp day as well. You do not need to be currently enrolled at LnB to attend day camps; however, an initial assessment is required. The student to instructor ratio for these activities is 3:1.

Max. Number of students: 15
Community Leaps

Each individual has needs that extend beyond the walls of our facilities and their home. This program affords clients the ability to experience a variety of social opportunities within the community, while facilitating appropriate peer interaction. Past examples: LA Kings hockey game, Metro rides, bike ride/beach day, deep sea fishing. Future outings: baseball games, amusement parks, museum trips, horseback riding, etc.
Cooking

Piccolo Chef and LnB have partnered to offer cooking classes to children with special needs. From “picky eaters” to children who used to protest at the sound of a blender, our cooking classes help children learn to cook, while in a supportive group setting. The classes help children become accustomed to and tolerant of even the loudest kitchen appliances and children are involved with the food from crate to plate. They prepare, touch and taste new foods, such as sushi, potato latkes, and oven roasted vegetables. “California Pizza” is the favorite: whole wheat flour kneaded into dough, topped with wholesome, fresh, organic vegetables of their choice! YUM!
Gymnastics

Through sensory and motor activities (including climbing, trampoline, vault, bars, beam and tumbling), your child will gain spatial awareness and the ability to manage his body with confidence. Gymnastics helps build a foundation for her muscle strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and posture. Our coaches nurture children and provide a safe space where they can explore and “leap” beyond their perceived limitations. In this setting, children learn not only to strengthen their physical bodies, but also to build lasting friendships with their peers and adults. Sessions are designed according to the developmental needs of each child, whether working one-on-one or in a small group setting.
Preschool Enrichment Program

The Leaps n Boundz Preschool Enrichment Program is offered year round on school grounds. This program introduces each student to a variety of sports, each taught in a playful and creative way. During the 16 week curriculum, children are given an introductory experience to a wide variety of athletics and movement including: volleyball, basketball, golf, gymnastics, football, scooter boards, hoppy balls, etc.. Children will learn to work individually, in pairs, and in small groups. Activities are taught in a progressive and developmental manner with children of all abilities.
Social Skills

Our social skills coaches work with students on concepts such as “expected and unexpected” behavior in a group, whole body listening, thinking with our eyes, building social memories, and perspective taking. We use teachable moments during the course of a session to spotlight these and other fundamental social cognitive concepts. Group activities are age appropriate, fun and interactive. Students are carefully and thoughtfully matched with peers who will be working at a similar social level.
Surfing

Surfers will receive a ratio of instructors that will insure their safety and success, to be determined by the Program staff upon arrival. The Objective of LEARN to surf is to teach children to gain the knowledge and skills required to surf in a meaningful way for them. Surfers will learn from start to finish how to enjoy this sport as independently as possible. Every child will have a different style, which will enable them to participate in a sustainable, meaningful way for them. Our SURF program includes surf lessons, beach play, body boarding, beach work outs and playing in the waves.
Swimming

The swimming pool is a great environment for success. Water supports the body while providing both resistance and assistance to movement. Swimming improves muscle strength and tone, endurance, increased range of motion, balance and coordination. From bubbles to swimming laps, we teach all skill levels.
Team Frogz

The benefits children receive from participating in team sports are amazing! Peer socialization and teamwork, competition and rules, experiencing success and failure- these are just some of the lessons learned. Team Frogz builds confidence by providing rewarding experiences for all children involved, as well as for their loved ones. The Leaps n Boundz swim and gymnastics teams practice weekly and participate in meets with other adaptive teams throughout the year. Team Frogz has 3 different skill levels, with each level having its own specific skill requirements. 1, 2, 3 GO FROGZ!